Halo

Self-Hosted

Open-source low-code platform for building web apps quickly

Overview

Halo is an open-source low-code platform designed to accelerate web application development. It offers a drag-and-drop interface, pre-built UI components, and database integration tools, allowing both developers and non-developers to create apps without extensive coding. Users can extend functionality with custom JS/HTML/CSS for complex use cases. Deployment is straightforward via Docker containers or self-hosted servers, with support for scaling. It includes collaboration features and plugin extensibility to streamline prototyping and production cycles.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  halo:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: halo
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Drag-and-drop low-code interface
Custom code integration (JS/HTML/CSS)
Docker and self-hosted deployment support
Pre-built components and templates

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Halo hard to install?

Halo is easy to install via Docker (one-line command) or pre-built binaries. Detailed documentation guides users through setup, making it accessible for those with basic server knowledge.

? Is it a good alternative to Bubble?

Yes—Halo is a strong open-source alternative to Bubble for users prioritizing self-hosting and data privacy. It offers similar low-code capabilities with added control over infrastructure and code.

? Is it completely free?

Yes, Halo is open-source under the Apache License 2.0. All core features are free, and there are no hidden costs for self-hosting or using its tools.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Software Development - Low Code

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused self-hosting for full data control
⊕ No subscription fees (open-source license)

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server setup knowledge for self-hosting
⊖ Fewer third-party integrations compared to SaaS low-code tools